For me, my ideal scenario would be:
2.5 exterior styling
1.5 PEM
2.x interior instrumentation and double DIN
1.5 shifter
1.5 TPMS
2.x "Sport" maybe.
This list probably apply to a lot of current owner's preference. And since its all over the place, you gotta start making compromises. From a frugality standpoint, I'd put my money on 1.5, given the expense of PEM repair/replacement. From a joy of ownership standpoint, I'd go with a 2.5 Sport.
As for investment standpoint, well, then who knows. So far, the Roadster Founder and Signature series haven't resulted in uptick in value. Neither has Model S Sigs (probably the opposite). I have a VP and I certainly don't think its anything special in that regard.
Either way, the depreciation of this vehicle has tapered significantly since Tesla stopped their fire sale. It'll depreciate nicely (from owner's view) until another system-wide event (Model X trade in? Gen 3 trade in? Roadster 3.0?). I see it kind of like Acura NSX. Its not appreciating per se, but its certainly not depreciating like other sports cars. And both are great daily drivers.
2.5 exterior styling
1.5 PEM
2.x interior instrumentation and double DIN
1.5 shifter
1.5 TPMS
2.x "Sport" maybe.
This list probably apply to a lot of current owner's preference. And since its all over the place, you gotta start making compromises. From a frugality standpoint, I'd put my money on 1.5, given the expense of PEM repair/replacement. From a joy of ownership standpoint, I'd go with a 2.5 Sport.
As for investment standpoint, well, then who knows. So far, the Roadster Founder and Signature series haven't resulted in uptick in value. Neither has Model S Sigs (probably the opposite). I have a VP and I certainly don't think its anything special in that regard.
Either way, the depreciation of this vehicle has tapered significantly since Tesla stopped their fire sale. It'll depreciate nicely (from owner's view) until another system-wide event (Model X trade in? Gen 3 trade in? Roadster 3.0?). I see it kind of like Acura NSX. Its not appreciating per se, but its certainly not depreciating like other sports cars. And both are great daily drivers.